Stroller on the wooden footbridge at Anse du Petit Moulin in the Mer Blanche marshesDiscover Bénodet on 5 not-to-be-missed walks. The most emblematic is the Boucle des Corniches. This route, which is accessible to all, skirts the beaches of Bénodet and offers a breathtaking view of the Bay of Bénodet and the Glénan Islands from the Pointe Saint-Gilles. Along the way, you’ll pass seaside villas and the banks of the River Odet.
It takes you all the way to Plage du Letty and its Mer Blanche, an unspoilt natural area ideal for walkers and nature lovers.
Walkers on the Chemin De Kerguell along the Marais De La Mer Blanche in Anse du Petit Moulin The region abounds in walks and hiking trails, including the famous GR34. With over 250km of footpaths spread across the 7 communes of La Riviera Bretonne (Fouesnant, La Forêt-Fouesnant, Bénodet, Saint-Évarzec, Gouesnarc’h, Pleuven and Clohars-Fouesnant), there’s something for every walker.
Whether you’re more of a stroller or a hiker, Bénodet’s signposted footpaths are full of surprises between the sea, the estuary and the countryside. The GR34 – also known as the customs path – takes in the coastline and its superb panoramic views of the Glénan islands, theOdet and the golden beaches. From the corniche to the Coq lighthouse, via the Plage du Trez, every step is worth a diversion. And with five signposted trails to discover, your trainers won’t have stopped thanking you!
Cycling here means freedom! With its gentle paths, landscapes between sea and countryside, and a coastline that’s just right for cyclists, the commune is ideal for two-wheeled excursions. The V45 cycle route takes you along the coast for some peaceful, contemplative moments. A fifteen-kilometre cycle route can be found on the map of the town, available from theTourist Office or online. And if you want to go further afield, the map of the Breton Riviera opens the doors to an area you can explore without moderation. So, are you ready to get pedalling in Bénodet?
In Bénodet, your four-legged friend is more than welcome! Between the sea and the countryside, lovely walks await you along the beaches, harbours and as far asAnse du Petit Moulin, a peaceful spot with an enchanted forest feel. On the hospitality front, a number of partner accommodation and restaurants are happy to open their doors to animals. And at theTourist Office, dogs even have their own water bowl for a well-deserved break!
